Fully-funded PhD positions

Fully-funded PhD positions - Göttingen

The Institute of Science and Technology Austria - ISTA is looking for highly qualified candidates with Bachelor's or Master's degrees to apply for the PhD program. We offer fully-funded PhD positions in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics in a world-class research environment on the outskirts of Vienna. In 2019, ISTA was ranked #3 in the world-wide Nature Index ranking (normalized). In 2018, ISTA was ranked within the top ten of the Nature Index Rising Stars "Top 30 academic institutions under 30" list.

Key Features

• Fully-funded PhD positions in a range of scientific fields
• 5‑year contracts with internationally competitive salaries and full social security coverage
• International and diverse scientific community representing over 80 nationalities
• English-speaking environment
• Interdisciplinary research training
• Cutting-edge research training and state‑of‑the‑art facilities
• Entry with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• Strong funding support and external grant assistance
• Career development and mentorship programs

Application Deadline

The application deadline is January 8, 2026 (2:59 PM, CET) for a PhD start date in September 2026.

Skills & Qualifications

ISTA welcomes students with different academic backgrounds who can bring their skills and experiences to the scientific setting. Students with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics are encouraged to apply.

Application Materials

• CV
• Statement of purpose (1‑2 pages, specifying up to three research groups)
• University transcripts and diplomas of all degree programs (English and original language)
• Contact information of 3 referees

Benefits

• Sport- und Freizeitangebote
• Hauseigene Kantine
• Mentoring-Programm
• Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten
• Gesundheitsmaßnahmen

Employment Details

Dein Beschäftigungsumfang: Vollzeit (befristet). Dein Gehalt: Nach Vereinbarung. Dein Arbeitsplatz: vor Ort. Dein Büro: Raum Göttingen. Ansprechpartner: Graduate School Office. E‑Mail: Website: externer Link.

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